Surrey · England
Artex Removal for Whyteleafe
Looking for Artex removal in Whyteleafe? We work across Whyteleafe and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
Artex removal in Whyteleafe
Weighing up your options
Remove the coating, or the whole ceiling? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
What you get
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Clear written quotes
Take a look at how we price jobs or published price ranges.
Artex removal for Whyteleafe properties
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. A small sample tells you which you have, so work can go ahead normally if it’s negative. From ceilings coming down and rented flats before redecoration, we cover stipple finishes, textured walls and coated ceiling roses.
In areas like Whyteleafe, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
- Where
- Whyteleafe (CR3)
- County
- Surrey
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Also near Whyteleafe
How we work
Waste is bagged and labelled as we go, for disposal at a permitted site. While we work, the area stays out of bounds, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
How to prepare
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Tell us about parking and access
How to get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
After the job
We clean the room and dispose of the waste legally, and you get the paperwork.
Going forward:
- Each different coating needs testing
- File the test result and waste note
- Photos help us quote
- Keep pets away
Don’ts
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
How we price Artex removal
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- The type of material and its condition
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How many samples are needed
- Parking and access charges
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Sending photos
Photos often save us a visit:
- A clear close-up
- A photo of the whole area
- A rough size or measurement
- Visible markings
For a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Materials we deal with
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, which does not change what’s underneath.
Whyteleafe properties and textured coatings
Whyteleafe is about 1 mile north of Caterham, in Surrey. Anywhere in Whyteleafe, just send the postcode. Whyteleafe is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
For rented flats close to Upper Warlingham station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Non-domestic buildings like Whyteleafe Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
For Artex jobs in CR3, just send the postcode and a few photos. From Station Road, Church Road and Bournefield Road or anywhere nearby, we can help. Other places close to Whyteleafe we cover include Warlingham (1 mile east), Hamsey Green (1 mile north-east), Kenley (1 mile north-west), Riddlesdown (2 miles north) and Sanderstead (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Epsom (8 miles west), Horley (10 miles south-west), Redhill (6 miles south-west), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles south-west) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Bletchingley Castle (4.9 miles south) and East Surrey Museum (1.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Mercers Lake and Nore Hill.
- Nearby schools include Warlingham School (0.9 miles north-east) and Sunnydown School (0.9 miles south)
DIY and asbestos
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
Common questions in Whyteleafe
Do you come out to small villages like Whyteleafe?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do older homes in Whyteleafe have asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
How much does Artex removal cost in Whyteleafe?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote after testing.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
How do I get a quote?
Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
What we do and do not cover
The usual limits are:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials we see
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
Responsibilities for owners
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Whyteleafe must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note